Bring vibrant colors to your DIY projects with the WS2812-16 RGB LED Ring. Featuring 16 individually addressable RGB LEDs, this compact and eye-catching ring is ideal for robotic decorations, interactive displays, and STEM education projects.
Only one signal line is required to control all LEDs, making it beginner-friendly and efficient. You can cascade multiple rings to create larger, synchronized lighting effects. It supports programming through Arduino IDE, MakeCode, and Mind+, enabling a wide range of creative applications from digital clocks to colorful indicators.
Key Features
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16 WS2812 RGB LEDs, individually addressable
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1-wire digital control, easy to use
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Cascadable – connect multiple rings together
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Compatible with Arduino IDE, MakeCode, Mind+
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Ideal for STEM education, robotic effects, and interactive lighting projects
Applications
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Interactive lighting in DIY electronics
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Visual indicators for robotics
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Colorful display rings for clocks, timers
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STEM classroom demos and hands-on activities
Specifications
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Working Voltage: 3.3V–5V
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Max Operating Current: <100mA
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Interface: PH2.0–3P
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LED Type: WS2812
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Number of LEDs: 16
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Color Support: 16 million colors
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Inner Diameter: 4.9cm (1.93")
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Outer Diameter: 7.0cm (2.76")
Model Comparison: Ring Dimensions
| Model | LED Count | Inner Diameter | Outer Diameter |
|---|---|---|---|
| WS2812-12 RGB LED Ring | 12 LEDs | 2.6 cm (1.02 inch) | 4.7 cm (1.85 inch) |
| WS2812-16 RGB LED Ring | 16 LEDs | 4.9 cm (1.93 inch) | 7.0 cm (2.76 inch) |
| WS2812-24 RGB LED Ring | 24 LEDs | 7.2 cm (2.83 inch) | 9.3 cm (3.66 inch) |
Cascade Control
The WS2812-16 ring supports daisy-chaining. Connect the OUT terminal of the first ring to the IN terminal of the next for synchronized multi-ring setups.
Shipping List
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1 × WS2812-16 RGB LED Ring
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1 × Gravity Digital Sensor Cable (30cm)